http://imagematters.ie Just another WordPress weblog Sat, 05 Jun 2010 08:33:21 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en It has been a while since I've added a post to this blog, but pressure of work has meant that my focus has been on other matters.  A change in the economic climate has meant that so many people are looking at every aspect of their businesses and their profession image ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/06/feel-the-fear-and-shop-anyway/ Would you love to learn how to style yourself so you look great all the time? This month we have launched the Style Yourself Fabulous Workshop  for ladies of all ages, shape and size to help you do exactly that! Get transformed in one easy and enjoyable half-day session! Develop your own personal style, learn how ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/04/194/   Just back fabulous Cannes on the Cote d'Azur.  It never ceases  to amaze me how the French present themselves with their innate sense of style.  People watching the other day on the world-famous Croisette, I wondered just what it is that give the French that 'Je ne sais quoi'.  Finally decided that it ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/04/cannes-can-with-style/ Basics Spend as much as you can on the basics.  See them as an investment, they form the backbone of your wardrobe and are worth splashing out on.  As for the fashion items - don't go overboard as you will probably throw them out at the end of season. Accessorise Owning a capsule ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/04/3-golden-fashion-tips/ More women are choosing femnine men over their more rugged and masculine counter-parts according to new research from the University of Aberdeen!  The time has truly come to move away from the bar of soap, shaving cream and a splash of after-shave.    Irish men are now more comfortable buying skincare ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/03/male-grooming-is-here-to-stay/   First of all,  a wardrobe weed is essential. Throw away items with the 'ugh' factor. Any items that get the 'ugh' reaction must be assigned to charity, friends who look good in them or recycling!  Get rid of any items you haven't worn in the last 12 months.  If you ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/02/5-steps-to-a-feel-good-wardrobe/ "Personal Image in business & beyond" - looking forward to kicking off the first of a series of courses in association with the Dublin Business Women's Skillnet www.dbws.ie   If you struggle with your image on a regular basis, or maybe feel that your image is somehow working against you, then ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/02/how-is-your-image-measuring-up/ They say that red is the colour of love and passion.  So many of my clients over the years say they love the colour  red, but not sure whether they can wear it.  Also, many women say that they are afraid of it!  The secret is to wear the shade and ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/02/red-is-for-valentines/ So sad to see that the fabulous Aura Boutique in Sandymount has closed its doors recently.  I  brought many a client there over the years for retail therapy - you  were always sure to find a gem and in recent times their costume jewellery pieces were only stunning.  Spent a great ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/01/goodbye-aura/ Many people feel guilty and stupid about their shopping habits during the boom according to a recent report from PricewaterhouseCoopers.  I have found this more and more over that past 18 months or so with many women comfirming what we knew already - they are wearing 20% of their wardrobe ... http://imagematters.ie/index.php/2010/01/smart-shopping-v-stupid-shopping/